H.R. 2662 · 109th Congress · 2005–2006
Local Law Enforcement Hate Crimes Prevention Act of 2005
H.R. 2662 in the 109th Congress (2005–2006) was introduced on May 26, 2005, sponsored by John Conyers, Jr. with 159 co-sponsors.
During the 109th Congress (2005–2006), George W. Bush was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.
- Status
- Introduced
- Introduced
- May 26, 2005
- Co-sponsors
- 159
- Policy area
- Crime and Law Enforcement
What it does
Local Law Enforcement Hate Crimes Prevention Act of 2005 - Authorizes the Attorney General to provide technical, forensic, prosecutorial, or other assistance in the criminal investigation or prosecution of any crime that: (1) constitutes a crime of violence under federal law or a felony under state or Indian tribal law; and (2) is motivated by prejudice based on the actual or perceived race, color, religion, national origin, g…
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
John Conyers, Jr. (D-MI). Co-sponsors: 148 Democrats, 10 Republicans, 1 Independent.
Where it stands
- IntroducedMay 26, 2005
- Passed the House—
- Passed the Senate—
- Sent to the President—
- Became law—
Latest action: Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, and Homeland Security. (Jul 1, 2005)
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Committees
- Judiciary Committee
More
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